RN - Registered Nurse / Intermittent - PRN

Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA); Silver Bay (MN); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs invites applications for an intermittent Registered Nurse (RN) at the Silver Bay Veterans Home. The role requires MN RN license, BLS/CPR, and strong charting and communication skills to care for residents on all shifts.

Responsibilities include assessing resident needs, implementing orders, maintaining charts, and coordinating unit activities to ensure consistent, high-quality care while upholding health and safety standards. Telework is not available.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse with no restrictions and in good standing.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively to provide and follow instructions and teach skills to residents.
• Computer skills sufficient to complete electronic charting, specifically in PointClickCare.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for residents by assessing needs and supporting social and emotional well-being.
• Report and interpret observations and resident behaviors.
• Communicate nursing and health care concerns to supervisor.
• Maintain resident charts and records; coordinate nursing unit activities for consistent care.
• Follow health and safety rules to ensure security.

Skills

Communication

BLS/CPR Certification

Electronic charting

Education

Minnesota RN license

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Job Class: Registered Nurse

• Job ID: 92540
• Location: Silver Bay
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 07/25/2026
• Closing Date: 08/07/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Silver Bay-Insuff Wk
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Any Shift (Day, Evening or Night) / 7:00am-3:30pm / 3:00pm-11:30pm / 11:00pm-7:30am
• Days of Work: Varies
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $40.59 - $60.06 / hourly PLUS $2.75 per hour shift differential for all hours worked between 6:00pm and 6:00am
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Working Title: RN

Job Class: Registered Nurse

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job ID: 92540
• Location: Silver Bay
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Intermittent
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 07/25/2026
• Closing Date: 08/07/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Silver Bay-Insuff Wk
• Division/Unit: Silver Bay Veterans Home / MVH-Silver Bay Direct Care
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Any Shift (Day, Evening or Night) / 7:00am-3:30pm / 3:00pm-11:30pm / 11:00pm-7:30am
• Days of Work: Varies
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $40.59 - $60.06 / hourly PLUS $2.75 per hour shift differential for all hours worked between 6:00pm and 6:00am
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

This job posting was previously posted. If you have already applied, you do not need to reapply unless you wish to add information to your application/resume.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This job posting will be used to fill one (1) current intermittent Registered Nurse (RN) vacancy within the Minnesota Veterans Home- Silver Bay.

An intermittent employee works an irregular and uncertain schedule as the needs of the agency requires. Intermittent employees must be available to work all three shifts and some weekends. The day shift is 7:00am to 3:30pm, the evening shift is 3:00pm to 11:30pm, and the night shift is 11:00pm to 7:30am. Current State of Minnesota employees will not be considered for concurrent appointments at this time due to overtime considerations and the irregular work schedule requirements of this position. This position is not initially eligible for health care benefits.

This position will provide care for residents by assessing needs, assisting and encouraging their social and emotional well-being, and implementing orders and routines. Report and interpret observations and resident behaviors. Communicate nursing and health care concerns to supervisor. Maintain resident charts and records. Coordinate the activities of the nursing unit to maintain consistency in resident care delivery and unit functions. Follow health and safety rules to ensure security.

Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select Link

Please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below, and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse with no restrictions and in good standing.
  • If you are not currently licensed in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse, you must be able to obtain licensure by date of hire.
  • Future Registered Nurses who are within six (6) months of graduating and taking their National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) are encouraged to apply. Contingent job offers may be made upon successful completion of degree and passing of NCLEX-RN.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross or ability to be certified by date of hire.
• Effective communication sufficient to provide and follow instructions and teach skills to residents.
• Computer skills sufficient to complete electronic charting, specifically in PointClickCare.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a skilled nursing facility, long-term care, or other senior healthcare environment.
• Experience working with Veteran population.
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care provided by other staff, make or recommend changes, and provide mentoring.
• Knowledge of nursing practices and techniques sufficient to provide effective nursing care and the ability to make decisions within the scope of nursing responsibilities.
• Effective interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships.
• Experience with minimum data set (MDS) assessments.

Additional Requirements

• A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position. When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.
• A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
• Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Pamela Melby at [e-mail] or 218-353-8694.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Patrice Langlee at [e-mail].

Per M.S. 43A.111, MDVA will give priority consideration to certain qualified disabled Veterans. To be considered, you must be included on a US armed forces permanent disability list with a disability rating of at least 30% or been rated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs as having a compensable service-connected disability of at least 30%. Official written documentation of this disability dated no more than one-year preceding the date of application must be submitted. Please email the documentation, your DD214, and the job posting ID number to Patrice Langlee at [e-mail] no later than the job posting closing date.

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What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies

based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

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Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

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